Dell Precision 3571 vs. Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme Gen 5 (21DE)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of Dell Precision 3571 and Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme Gen 5 (21DE). With our comprehensive overview, you can simply compare dimensions, performance, storage, functions, but also other key features of both laptops and easily decide which one is the right choice for you. Our goal is to help you identify the main differences between products and find the laptop that best fits your needs and expectations.

Dell Precision 3571 Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Dell Precision 3571 based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

powerful intel processors

robust build quality

excellent security features

high-resolution display

good thermal management

heavier than competitors

limited color options

higher price point

average battery life

Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme Gen 5 (21DE) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme Gen 5 (21DE) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

powerful intel processors

robust build quality

excellent 4k display

advanced security features

wide connectivity options

high price point

heavier than competitors

average battery life

loud under load

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Dell Precision 3571 and Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme Gen 5 (21DE)
86 % - Design
75 % - Display
80 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
82 % - Design
85 % - Display
92 % - Performance
86 % - Connectivity
82 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Dell Precision 3571 vs. Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme Gen 5 (21DE) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Dell Precision 3571 Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme Gen 5 (21DE)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 35.78 cm x 23.33 cm x 2.405 cm 35.95 cm x 25.38 cm x 1.79 cm
Weight 1.79 kg 1.88 kg
Case Material - Aluminium (bottom), carbon fibre (top)
Colour Grey Black paint
DISPLAY Dell Precision 3571 Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme Gen 5 (21DE)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" 16" - IPS
LCD Backlight Technology - LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 2560 x 1600 (WQXGA)
Pixel Density (ppi) 141 -
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. 60 Hz 165 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:10
Image Brightness 400 cd/m² 500 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 100% sRGB 100% sRGB
Features Anti-glare, Wide Viewing Angle, ±85° horizontal viewing angle, ±85° vertical viewing angle, 35 ms response rate, 0.179 mm pixel pitch, Low Blue Light technology, Super Low Power Panel (SLP) Anti-glare, 178° viewing angle, Low Blue Light technology, X-Rite Pantone factory color calibration
PROCESSOR Dell Precision 3571 Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme Gen 5 (21DE)
CPU Intel Core i7 (12th Gen) 12700H / 2.3 GHz Intel Core i7 (12th Gen) 12700H / 2.3 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.7 GHz 4.7 GHz
Number of Cores 14-core 14-core
Cache 24 MB 24 MB
Chipset Intel H45 -
Platform Technology Intel vPro Essentials -
Features Intel Smart Cache Integrated memory controller
MEMORY Dell Precision 3571 Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme Gen 5 (21DE)
RAM 32 GB (2 x 16 GB) 16 GB (1 x 16 GB)
Max RAM Supported 64 GB 64 GB
RAM Type DDR5 SDRAM DDR5 SDRAM
Speed 4800 MHz 4800 MHz
Rated Speed 4800 MHz 4800 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 262-pin SO-DIMM 262-pin
Slots Qty 2 2
Empty Slots 0 1
STORAGE Dell Precision 3571 Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme Gen 5 (21DE)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 512 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe) 512 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 4.0 x4 - TCG Opal Encryption 2, NVM Express (NVMe), Performance
AUDIO & VIDEO Dell Precision 3571 Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme Gen 5 (21DE)
Multi-GPU Configuration - 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU
Graphics Processor (GPU) NVIDIA RTX A1000 NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 Ti / Intel Iris Xe Graphics
Max Monitors Supported - 4 external monitor(s)
Video Memory 4 GB GDDR6 SDRAM 4 GB GDDR6 SDRAM
Camera Yes Yes - 1080p
Camera Features Privacy shutter, IR camera, RGB camera Privacy shutter, IR camera, Windows Hello, fixed focus
Image Sensor Type CMOS -
Frame Rate 30 frames per second -
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec Realtek ALC3204 Realtek ALC3306
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio Premium, Dolby Voice
Audio Features MaxxAudio Pro -
COMMUNICATIONS Dell Precision 3571 Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme Gen 5 (21DE)
Wireless Bluetooth 5.2, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E) NFC, Bluetooth 5.2, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E)
Wireless Controller Intel Wi-Fi 6E AX 211 - M.2 2230 Intel Wi-Fi 6E AX 211
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet -
Ethernet Controller Intel I219-LM -
Features - Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY Dell Precision 3571 Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme Gen 5 (21DE)
Technology 4-cell lithium polymer Lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 64 Wh 90 Wh
AC ADAPTER Dell Precision 3571 Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme Gen 5 (21DE)
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 130 Watt, 5 / 20 V, 6.5 A 170 Watt
INPUT Dell Precision 3571 Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme Gen 5 (21DE)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav
Numeric Keypad Yes -
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features - Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, Fn keys with Unified Communications controls, glass touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Dell Precision 3571 Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme Gen 5 (21DE)
Slots - 2 x M.2 (PCI Express 4.0 x4) (1 free)
Interfaces HDMI
2 x USB4 (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (PowerShare)
USB 3.2 Gen 1
LAN (RJ-45)
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (Always On)
2 x USB4 (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD, microSDHC, microSDXC) Yes (SD Express Card)
SOFTWARE Dell Precision 3571 Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme Gen 5 (21DE)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition + Windows 11 Pro Licence - Dutch / English / French / German / Italian Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition (available through downgrade rights from Windows 11 Pro) + Windows 11 Pro Licence - German
Software Included - Glance by Mirametrix
MISCELLANEOUS Dell Precision 3571 Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme Gen 5 (21DE)
Included Accessories USB-C power adapter Power adapter
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, smart card reader Discrete Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader
Security Slot Type Noble Wedge security slot Kensington nano security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features ExpressCharge Administrator password, system password, power-on password, RapidCharge, MIL-STD-810H tested, NVMe password, USB FIDO (Fast Identity Online) device integration, Firmware Resiliency 3.0, certificate based BIOS authentication
Compliant Standards FIPS 140-2 RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3, TCG Certified, TÜV Rheinland Low Blue Light Method 2
ENERGY STAR Certified - Yes
EPEAT Compliant - EPEAT Gold
TCO Certified - TCO Certified Notebooks 9
Max Operating Temperature 35 °C 35 °C
Min Operating Temperature 0 °C 5 °C
Humidity Range Operating 10 - 90% (non-condensing) 8 - 95%
Manufacturer Warranty - Base warranty - 3 years - pick-up and return
Base warranty - battery - 1 year
Extended warranty - 3 years - on-site
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